Beige Front Patio Ideas and Designs

Marion Brenner Photography
Photo of a large contemporary front patio steps in San Francisco with tiled flooring and no cover.

Front Entrance

User

This space was entirely transformed by this hardscape. The pavers add beautiful texture and the brick ribbon gives the space beautiful lines that draw in the eye.

Front Entrance Detail

LandArt

The natural stone steps and entrance provide a pleasing contrast to the interlock driveway.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front patio in Toronto with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Thousand Oaks - Sloped Driveway - Orco - Villa – Tuscany - AFTER 9

Go Pavers

This is an example of a medium sized traditional front patio in Los Angeles with concrete paving.

Patio with Italianate Lantern

BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS

Characterized by a stunning iron scroll bracket and an elongated lantern, the Bevolo Italianate Lantern adds European charm to any home. It is available in natural gas, liquid propane, and electric. Standard Lantern Sizes Height Width Depth 20.0" 9.75" 9.75" 27.0" 12.5" 12.5" 33.0" 15.25" 15.25"

Columbia Heights Rowhouse Transformation

Landis Architects | Builders

Our clients bought two adjacent rowhomes as investment properties, and we designed and completed a gut renovation of each property. This project includes a 3rd-floor addition and a rear addition across the back. This gut remodel creates contemporary living on the bustling 13th street corridor in the sought-after Columbia Heights neighborhood. On the first-floor large French doors lead from the kitchen to the private rear wood deck, enabling indoor-outdoor living. Additionally, the main floor has a covered patio at the front entrance.

My Work

Arizona Flooring Direct

Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front patio in Phoenix with natural stone paving and a roof extension.

Bayshores Drive

Brandon Architects, Inc.

Architect: Brandon Architects Inc. Contractor/Interior Designer: Patterson Construction, Newport Beach, CA. Photos by: Jeri Keogel
Design ideas for a beach style front patio in Orange County with a water feature.

Intricate Paving

Krugel Cobbles, Inc.

Landscape Architect: Douglas Hoerr, FASLA; Photos by Linda Oyama Bryan
Inspiration for an expansive classic front patio in Chicago with natural stone paving and no cover.

Terrasse en béton désactivé

Adria Construction & Rénovation

Création d'une terrasse en béton désactivé avec incrustation de décor en pierres naturelles.
Large traditional front patio in Paris.

Mediterranean Home

Mike-o Design

This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean front patio in San Luis Obispo with tiled flooring and a roof extension.

Highland Park

Integrated Home Improvement

Another shot of the custom porch we built.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front patio with tiled flooring and no cover.

Outdoor entertainment in the screen porch

Nautilus Homes

Beautifully appointed custom home near Venice Beach, FL. Designed with the south Florida cottage style that is prevalent in Naples. Every part of this home is detailed to show off the work of the craftsmen that created it.

Загородный клуб

Сад.Ко ландшафтное бюро

Inspiration for a contemporary front patio in Other with a water feature and no cover.

Front Entry Patio Beloit WI

Terra Yard Creations

Front Entry Patio
Inspiration for a small traditional front patio in Other with concrete paving and no cover.

Woodstock Front Yard Patio & Entryway

EverGreen Landscape Associates LLC

Inspiration for a modern front patio in Chicago with natural stone paving.

Eagle Rock, CA / Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build / Front Patio and Ent

ING Construction

This wonderful accessory dwelling unit is located in Eagle Rock, CA. This patio area is shaded by a natural wood pergola and has a laid stone and pebble flooring finished with beautiful outdoor lounge furniture for relaxation. The exterior features handsome wood panel, stucco and decorative sconces.

Porches & Patios

Slide-Lok of The Eastern Shore

Front entrance porch coated in Saddle Tan w/o Black color with gold glitter added for that something extra.
Design ideas for a small contemporary front patio in Philadelphia with concrete slabs and a roof extension.

Entryways, Driveways, Walkways

Topaz Design Group

new paver driveway with border and custom inlay
Classic front patio in New York with concrete paving.

Asian Terrace Garden in Bristol, Virginia

Stapleton Landscape Architecture

After ascending through the terrace garden to a small entry court, one can descend into a small terrace patio, which also provides access to the side yard - Jeff Stapleton

Beige Front Patio Ideas and Designs

Patios are the go-to solution for turning your garden, or part of it, into an outdoor living area. A well-laid patio will integrate your home seamlessly into your garden, providing a solid and level surface for garden furniture and potted plants. Well designed patios are about more than just paving slabs – its positioning and layout are crucial to how much you enjoy this space. Before you start picking out patio ideas for materials and laying your patio, ask yourself important questions such as what will you use it for? How many people should it accommodate? Which part of your garden has the best aspect and sunlight? Will the patio have enough privacy?

How should I position my patio?

If you are designing your patio as a space for entertaining then make sure it’s wide enough for the garden furniture you want so you haven’t got guests tipping over into the flowerbeds. Don’t be wedded to the idea of having your patio attached to the house; think about positioning yours elsewhere in the garden if that space doesn’t offer the best aspect or lighting position. Consider the position of the sun through the course of the day and depending on whether you are most likely to want to dine outside at breakfast, have lunch on your patio or host dinner outside, you may want to position your patio differently. You can connect patios to your house with a footpath or stepping stones to allow easy transportation of food and drink.

How should I design and lay my patio?

Rectangles are the classic shape for patios, not least because they make the most efficient use of space and can be softened with garden edging. However, a rounded patio or a paving circle can perfectly complement a garden which isn’t linear in design. Paving slabs come in an extensive range of materials and are the most practical surface for patios. Yorkstone has the most traditional appeal, whereas concrete blocks, granite and slate patio slabs have a great texture and colour for modern gardens. Natural stones such as limestone, travertine and Indian sandstone vary in colour and finish and are a great way to add shade and texture to your patio. For some patio ideas that offer an alternative to block paving, loose material such as crushed stone and wood chippings have a rustic and more casual feel; if there are specific materials that re-occur elsewhere in the garden, you could repeat this in your choice of patio materials for consistency. Finally, it’s not a British summer without the great British barbeque, so look at patio ideas that incorporate barbeques and think about how you could accommodate one on your patio.

What garden furniture does my patio need?

Rattan garden furniture is a patio favourite, offering a durable, attractive finish that blends well into natural surroundings. Metal garden furniture and wooden garden furniture are sturdy alternatives available in many styles. Weight is a good feature in garden furniture to stop it from being blown away, but if you want to be able to move your furniture around the patio and garden to follow the sun you won’t want to go too heavy. Browse the various patio ideas that include garden furniture to see what styles of furniture go with different types of patios. If you find a particular patio set you like, you may be able to ask the designer where the furniture is from so you can look at buying the same set for your patio. Good, outdoor patio furniture crafted in high-quality materials should withstand bad weather, but cold, wet British winters followed by strong sun in the summer will be enough to weather even the best furniture, so it’s important to have somewhere, such as a shed, to store it when not in use for long periods of time. If you don’t have the space to store patio furniture, make sure that at least the cushions and umbrellas are stowed away out of the elements, and consider investing in a waterproof cover. One piece of furniture that might be able to stay out for a bit longer is a patio heater; it will warm any brave patio users and most modern designs are built to survive the cold weather. If you prefer something a bit more rustic than a patio heater, look at fire pits instead which will add warmth and an attractive centrepiece to your patio. If privacy or shade is an issue, then covering patio furniture with a parasol or sheltering patios with a gazebo or pergola are both smart patio ideas – these can be covered in climbing flowers or even wound with outdoor fairy lights for romantic evening lighting.

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